Position Title: Systems Control Technician Job Group: Merit Required Minimum Qualifications: • Six years of experience in electrical or control trade, including apprenticeship; or graduation from a two-year resident instrumentation and controls program. Special Required Qualifications Drivers License Preferred Qualifications: Locksmith Certification Experience in complex keying plans/ projects Low Voltage Certifications Hirsh / Identive installation, maintenance, troubleshooting Job Description: The Department of Public Safety is seeking qualified candidate for the Systems Control Technician (SCT) position. Under general supervision, applies knowledge, skills and abilities to locksmith, card access and security systems. The SCT will install, maintain, and repair manual door hardware, electrified card access components, security cameras, and other associated access components. The SCT should have a strong working knowledge of mechanical door hardware as well as diagnostic principals. The SCT will be able to work as individual or part of a team to accomplish all assigned tasks related to building safety and security infrastructure. The SCT will participate in on call offering and implementing short and long term solutions with a safety and security mindset. The SCT will be expected to assist with routine duties such as cutting keys, building keying plans, and other administrative business needs. In addition to Iowa State University's standard background check, candidates are required to successfully complete additional background, thorough reference checks, and pre-employment health evaluation(s) in accordance with the Department of Public Safety's hiring practices. Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities • Installs, repairs, replaces, and calibrates complex control system equipment and support systems, such as computerized pneumatic tube systems and the various power distribution monitoring systems. • Locates problems in systems by monitoring the functioning, interpreting computer readings and conducting performance tests over a period of time of mechanical, pneumatic, electrical, and/or electronic systems. • Monitors complex control systems for operation data, for appropriate quality assurance purposes, or for system modification purposes through manipulation of software and for operator training and direction. • Serves as technical consultant in the area of computer-controlled systems for various maintenance shops. • Reviews construction plans and specifications of outside architects and engineers. • Defines complex building systems development plans and develops any necessary justifications to support these plans. • May initiate designs, bid documents, and purchase orders for supplies and services necessary to develop and maintain complex building equipment and support systems. • Meets with engineers, shop managers, contractors, and vendors relative to the complex building management systems and plans. • Other duties as assigned by appropriate department or administrative personnel. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities • Ability to read and interpret blueprints and electrical, electronic and/or pneumatic schematics, and engineering concept statements. • Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing and to execute oral and written instructions. • Knowledge of hand tools and test equipment such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, and signal generators. • Knowledge of electrical control and electronic theory. • Ability to lift up to 80 pounds. • Knowledge of applicable electrical codes. • Ability to work in a variety of environments including high places, tight places, poorly lighted with exposure to dirt, dust and fumes. • Knowledge of electrical, electronic, and/or pneumatic control systems in order to diagnose and safely repair. • Ability to perform mathematical functions. • Ability to map and track wires through color or different identifier. Appointment Type: Regular Number of Months Employed Per Year: 12 Month Work Period Time Type: Full time Pay Grade: 12 Application Instructions: To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following: 1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae 2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485. Why Choose ISU? Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as: • Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans • Generous vacation, holiday and sick time and leave plans • Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa) • Life insurance and long-term disability • Flexible Spending Accounts • Various voluntary benefits and discounts • Employee Assistance Program • Wellbeing program Original Posting Date: May 23, 2024 Posting Close Date: June 5, 2024 Job Requisition Number: R14743 By focusing on the future and providing the best student experience possible, Iowa State attracts students and faculty who want to make a difference. With a comprehensive land-grant mission of education, research, extension and outreach, we produce scholars whose ideas change the world. And through Innovate at Iowa State, we provide innovative and entrepreneurial opportunities for students of all backgrounds. Located just 30 minutes north of Des Moines, the city of Ames was recently named one of the Top 10 cities in the U.S. for campus life and career opportunities. Iowa State University is a welcoming, global, and culturally diverse community of students, faculty, and staff. Campus community members have a wide range of backgrounds and experiences and are committed to engaging with each other respectfully as outlined in the university's Principles of Community. Iowa State recognizes that diverse intellectual and philosophical perspectives are vital to innovation, critical thinking skills, and a dynamic academic community that fosters the land-grant ideals of putting science, technology, and human creativity to work. All offers of employment, oral and written, are contingent upon the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by federal and state law, ISU policies/procedures, and may include the completion of a background check and/or a consumer credit check. Iowa State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, marital status, disability, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against. Inquiries can be directed to the Office of Equal Opportunity, 3410 Beardshear Hall, 515 Morrill Road, 515 294-7612, email eooffice@iastate.edu. If you have questions about the application process please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll-Free at 1-877-477-7485. Iowa State University provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should email employment@iastate.edu or call (515) 294-4800 or Toll-Free: (877) 477-7485. 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